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September 4, 2012 · 7:20 pm

Spotlight on Local Deals

The local deal sites are loaded with great offers for families right now, and I’ve selected a few that I thought would be of particular interest and listed them here. Happy savings!

You have merely hours left to get Three Classes and Two Play Passes for Kidville in Bethesda from LivingSocial. That’s a fantastic deal — we did a sample class of the children’s play and learning center last year and loved it. If it was closer to home, I’d scoop up the offer in a second. 9/5 UPDATE: This deal has ended, so how about free coffee instead? Get a $10 Starbucks Card for just $5. That’s practically a no-brainer!

If your kids love the Disney on Ice shows, then check out Goldstar’s deal for tickets to Rockin’ Ever After, coming to the Patriot Center in October. You can get a pretty good discount on select seats for several different show times.

Plum District has a bunch of offers especially for moms and kids available right now, you should just go to the website and check ’em all out.

You can also get a variety of bargains through Certifikid. Current deals include children’s haircuts, a family cruise on the Potomac, festival and farm admission, and all kinds of kids’ classes.

Finally, Groupon Getaways always has a plethora of travel packages that stir my wanderlust. And while most just make me wish I could spend my days roaming the globe, there are a few that would actually make easy roads trips from DC with the kids, including a two-night stay at Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg (if you can swing a weeknight) and luxury accommodations at an inn and spa in Virginia Beach (the fine print says kids under 18 stay for free).

These are just a few of tons of great deals available through local deal sites — you can find links to even more on the Deals page.

Special Promos to Celebrate Dad

As you get ready for Dad’s big day this weekend, here are some special promotions in honor of Father’s Day to check out.

Old Navy – On Saturday, June 16, Dads have the chance to win a DIY Network Man Cave makeover and other prizes like tool kits, flat screen TV’s and gas grills at “Shoot & Score” pop-up basketball hoops games set up in Old Navy locations around the country. The promo will run all day, and coupons and discounts will be given out, too.

Medieval Times – Treat Dad to a meal fit for a king — for free! This Friday through Sunday, June 15-17, Dads can enjoy the new two-hour tournament show and four-course medieval feast for free when accompanied by one full-paid adult admission. Just use code DFWEB when you purchase tickets. (Not valid on prior purchases or gift certificates, and cannot be combined with any other offer. Advance reservations and payment required.)

Caribou Coffee – They will be “raising a mug to dad” this Sunday, June 17, by offering a free beverage with any drink purchase. Customers who show this official Father’s Day BOGO coupon – either printed or on their phone – and purchase a beverage at participating Caribou Coffees will receive a free drink (be sure to see offer details at bottom of the coupon).

Sprinkles Cupcakes – Get the special DAD Box filled with peanut butter chip, red velvet, black and white, and vanilla milk chocolate cupcakes adorned with stars and DAD sugar decorations. The box is sealed with a “DAD Digs Cupcakes” sticker.

VIP Golf Tournament Experience – So, it’s not happening this weekend, but the LivingSocial deal for it started today, and it would make a great Father’s Day gift for golf fans. For $199 you can get a ticket to the AT&T National Golf Tournament, plus VIP party deck admission. As always, be sure to read the fine print before purchasing.

Get Summer Started with These Local Deals

Here’s a heads-up on some great deals going on right now. And don’t forget you can find links to even more on the Deals page. Happy Savings!

Certifikid always has all kinds of fabulous deals for families, but their current offer for a Season Pass to Sesame Place is particularly great.

LivingSocial Families has passes for the City of Gathersburg Water Park ($6 for two!), which are guaranteed to go fast. And be sure to scroll down to find discounts on everything from soccer and tennis camps to art classes as well.

Goldstar has great discounts on tickets to all kinds of summer fun for families, from baseball games to children’s plays. A few goodies: Nats vs. Rockies, Goldilocks! at The Puppet Co., and a game day ferry ride to Nationals Park.

If what you really want to do is get un-local this summer, then check out Groupon Getaways. They currently have offers on stays all over the globe.

Stock up on summer clothes and gear AND get cash back when you shop through Ebates. It’s so easy – when you buy online, just access the store via the Ebates website — they partner with just about everyone — and you can get anywhere from 3-10% back (sometimes even more!) on purchases.